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Author Showcase ~ The History of the Super Sleuth by Samantha Larsen
Despite being one of the most famous detectives in literature, Sherlock Holmes was not the first Super Sleuth. That honor goes to C. Auguste Dupin, a French detective. Dupin first appeared in 1841, in Edgar Allan Poe’s short story, “The Murders in the Rue Morgue.” In...
A Day in My Life ~ Claire Reynolds by Laura Jensen Walker
I rollerbladed over to the bank of mailboxes, trying to act casual and not let on to the other seniors I passed on the way that anything was wrong. Not easy to do when you’ve just killed a man. “Hey, Claire, lookin’ good.” Lenny the letch waved and released an...
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A Day In My Life ~ Holly Schlivnik by Susie Black
I’m Holly Schlivnik, President of Mermaid Swimwear. Think your life is complicated? I’ve gone from no men in my life to two; a widower in the rag biz and an LAPD Captain. I was on my houseboat getting ready to spend Christmas Eve with the cop when two spinning whirls...
A Day In My Life ~ Ranger Makalani Pahukula by Tori Eldridge
Aloha mai kākou! My name is Makalani Pahukula, born and raised on Kaua‘i, on my way home on a short vacation from my work as an Oregon law enforcement ranger. My grandmother is turning eighty-five, and we’re celebrating her birthday with a huge lū‘au celebration at...
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My Musing ~ DEATH HITS THE HIGH NOTES by GG Calpo
Dru’s Short Musing: When two members of the choir die at a rehearsal and one of them is a close friend, the team is on the hunt for a killer. This story blends friendship and family drama into one cohesive whodunit that I could not put down, quickly becoming a...
My Musing ~ The Hint Of Light by Kristin Kisska
The Hint Of Light by Kristin Kisska Genre: Women's FictionRelease: August 29, 2023Format: Print, Digital, Audio In this heart-wrenching exploration of unconditional love, what a mother finds in the aftermath of her son’s death could put her family back together—or...
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My Musing ~ Falling Into Magic by Elizabeth Pantley
Falling into Magic by Elizabeth Pantley is the first book in the NEW "Destiny Falls Mystery & Magic" magical realism mystery series, coming November 15, 2020. When Hayden was a child, she lost her cat. Adults told her the cat ran away, but she knew the truth. The...
My Musing ~ Where’s There a Will by Judy Penz Sheluk
Where’s There a Will by Judy Penz Sheluk is the third book in the "Glass Dolphin" traditional mystery series, coming November 10, 2020. Emily Garland is getting married and looking for the perfect forever home. When the old, and some say haunted, Hadley house comes up...
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New Releases ~ Week of August 13, 2023
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of August 13 – 19, 2023 with four debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! Cookies, Chamomile, and Corpses by Catherine Bruns...
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Cover Reveal ~ STEAL AWAY: Crime Fiction Inspired by the Captains of Yacht Rock edited by Josh Pachter
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover reveal for the latest "Inspired By" anthology, coming in December 2026 from Crimson Gate Books and now up for preorder. Publication Date: December 4, 2026 Series: An "Inspired By" Anthology, Volume 10 Genre: Crime Fiction...
Cover Reveal ~ One Cat For The Road by Gin Jones
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the first book in a new cozy mystery series, coming September 2021 and is up for preorder. Book SynopsisHow many cats does it take to be called a crazy cat lady? For nurse-practitioner Wyn Miller, living in a...
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dru’s book musings have been listed as one of the 60 BEST MYSTERY BOOK BLOGS to follow on the internet in 2026! dru’s book musings placed 13th on the list. Click here for the full list of mystery book blogs. dru’s book musings have been listed as one of the 70 BEST...
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2024 Anthony Award
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